GRE Word List

EMETIC

an agent that induces vomiting

The meaning of the word emetic is an agent that induces vomiting.

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noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
lista simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects)
orgysecret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing
encompassinclude
insolventunable to pay debts as they fall due in the usual course of business
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gnarledfull of knots or gnarls : knotty
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vitriolicbitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile